Hi All,
So, this is my weight loss diary. I guess i should start by tell you all a little about myself. My name is Alex and i live in Chicago. I'm 18 and about 6"0 and 291lbs. I've been overweight pretty much my entire life. Though I've never felt any different than anyone else. I'm no stranger to exercise, I played football all 4 years in high school. I bench nearly 300, squat more than 400, and run a sub 10 minute mile. All things i'm extremely proud of. My main issue is with my diet. I eat way to much and since what i mostly eat is fast food any weight loss accomplished by working out is negated.
What prompted me wanting to become healthier is that i am going to Western Michigan University, in August of 2009 and would like to shed this weight. College is a time to meet new people, to really become yourself. I think most people's first impression will be more about my weight than who i am.
I figure i have 13 months to lose 91lbs. Which is 7lbs a month. I had my old football coach write up a work out schedule for me. It includes 3 days of Weight Training and 3 days of ab work and cardio. I only have classes at community college 2 days a week and only work a max of 22 hours so going to the gym 6 times a week shouldn't be that hard for me. I also plan to cut out any fast food and soda while trying to cut down on the portions i eat.
Any support/suggestions would be awesome, Pictures coming soon. thanks!
So, this is my weight loss diary. I guess i should start by tell you all a little about myself. My name is Alex and i live in Chicago. I'm 18 and about 6"0 and 291lbs. I've been overweight pretty much my entire life. Though I've never felt any different than anyone else. I'm no stranger to exercise, I played football all 4 years in high school. I bench nearly 300, squat more than 400, and run a sub 10 minute mile. All things i'm extremely proud of. My main issue is with my diet. I eat way to much and since what i mostly eat is fast food any weight loss accomplished by working out is negated.
What prompted me wanting to become healthier is that i am going to Western Michigan University, in August of 2009 and would like to shed this weight. College is a time to meet new people, to really become yourself. I think most people's first impression will be more about my weight than who i am.
I figure i have 13 months to lose 91lbs. Which is 7lbs a month. I had my old football coach write up a work out schedule for me. It includes 3 days of Weight Training and 3 days of ab work and cardio. I only have classes at community college 2 days a week and only work a max of 22 hours so going to the gym 6 times a week shouldn't be that hard for me. I also plan to cut out any fast food and soda while trying to cut down on the portions i eat.
Any support/suggestions would be awesome, Pictures coming soon. thanks!
